The Living Waters Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Living Waters Trust is a private foundation in Tysons, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $991,498 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $124,574 and the largest $230,772. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$991,498
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$124,574
- Largest grant$230,772
- Assets$23.1 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $832,475 the year before.
38% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $742,600 | 9 | $27.6 million |
| 2023 | $832,475 | 11 | $22.8 million |
| 2024 | $991,498 | 8 | $23.1 million |
How to apply
The Living Waters Trust says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 1 | $230,772 |
| California | 2 | $222,578 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $200,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $150,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $99,148 |
| Florida | 1 | $64,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Christian Charities Fund | General | $230,772 |
| Joni & Friends | General | $210,578 |
| Cure International | General | $200,000 |
| SAT-7 North America | General support | $150,000 |
| Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund | General | $99,148 |
| Santa Chiara Childrens Center | General support | $64,000 |
| Young Life | General support | $25,000 |
| Keyara's Gift | General support | $12,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter B Schulze
- Karen Gottlieb Schulze
- Gabriel David Gottlieb Schulze
Questions people ask
Does The Living Waters Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Living Waters Trust give?
$991,498 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $124,574.
Who runs The Living Waters Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Peter B Schulze (Trustee), Karen Gottlieb Schulze (Trustee) and Gabriel David Gottlieb Schulze (Trustee).